1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Duna | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
